Installing the SAS Backplane

WARNING: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. Before you begin this procedure, review the safety instructions that came with the system.

1Align the slots on the SAS backplane with the tabs on the chassis.

2Slide the SAS backplane until the release pin snaps into place. See Figure 3-29.

3Reconnect the cables that were routed over the notch in the SAS backplane.

4Reconnect the cables connected to the SAS backplane (see Figure 3-29):

SAS A cable

SAS B cable (available only with 3.5-inch SAS backplane)

hard drive activity indicator cable

backplane power cable

5Replace all the hard drives. See "Installing a Hot-Swap Hard Drive" on page 91.

6Replace the cooling shroud. See "Installing the Cooling Shroud" on page 88.

7Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 86.

8Place the system upright and on its feet on a flat, stable surface.

9Rotate the system feet outward

10Install the Front Bezel. See "Installing the Front Bezel" on page 85.

11Reattach any peripherals and connect the system to an electrical outlet.

12Turn on the system and attached peripherals.

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